
Student Apartments for Rent in Richmond, VA Under $4,900 (22 Rentals)
Rentals in Richmond near campus with by-the-room pricing and amenities for students.


The Ella Scotts Addition

The Scout Scotts Addition

Deco at CNB
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St. John's Wood

NOVEL Scott's Addition by Crescent Communities

American Tobacco Center

Pointe at River City
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Attain Shockoe

Model Tobacco Lofts

Spectrum Apartments

The James
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Pohlig Box Factory Apartments

Ascend RVA Student Living

Marshall Park
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Parc View at Commonwealth
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Richmond, VA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Richmond?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Richmond Studio Apartments | $1,358 | $715 | $5,088 |
Richmond 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,638 | $629 | $7,027 |
Richmond 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,958 | $809 | $10,000+ |
Richmond 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,452 | $879 | $10,000+ |
Richmond 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,369 | $750 | $7,250 |
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How much rent can you afford?
The common "Rule of Thumb" is that rent should be no more than 30% of your income. How much is that? Enter your monthly income and click "Calculate My Budget" to find out.
Getting Around Richmond, VA
Walk Score®
59 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
53 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
26 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Student Richmond Apartments
What is the Cheapest Student apartment in Richmond?
Currently the most affordable Student Apartment in Richmond is at Marshall Park listed at $750.
How much is the average rent for a Student Richmond Apartment?
The average rent for a Student Apartment in Richmond is $1,832.
What is the largest Student Richmond Apartment for rent?
Today's Student apartment with the most square footage in Richmond is a 4,043 square feet unit starting from $1,299 at Pohlig Box Factory Apartments.
What is the average size for Richmond Student Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Student rental in Richmond is currently at 540 sq ft.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

A Local Experts Guide To the Top Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent in Richmond, VA
Written by: Richard Corrigan
Richmond is rightly considered one of the best places to live on the East Coast. We love Richmond’s rich history, phenomenal culinary scene, unique art and culture, and its next-level parks and green spaces.

Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting
Written by: Lauren Harrington
Renting an apartment or house isn’t just about looking through online ads, choosing a few apartments or homes you want to tour, filling out an application, and putting down a deposit. Those things are all necessary and important.

The Freedom of Short-Term Leases: Exploring the Advantages for Renters
Written by: Bobbi Jackson
If you’re looking to relocate right now, a popular solution that may best fit your current rental needs is a short-term lease.

Navigating the Rental Market: Tips for First-Time Renters
Written by: Sandy Baker
Making the decision to rent is exciting and terrifying at the same time. For many people, there are a lot of unknowns.